Dallas Mavericks vs Chicago Bulls Betting Pick & Prediction for 1/10

The Dallas Mavericks will visit the Chicago Bulls at the United Center on Saturday, January 10, 2026. This game is set for an 8:00 PM start and will be broadcast on CHSN. The Mavericks, led by head coach Jason Kidd, hold a record of 14-24 in the Western Conference. They have struggled on the road with a 4-14 away record and are coming off a narrow 116-114 loss to the Utah Jazz.

The Chicago Bulls, coached by Billy Donovan, have a 17-20 record in the Eastern Conference. They have performed better at home with a 10-9 record. The Bulls recently lost 108-93 to the Detroit Pistons. Both teams aim to improve their standings in their respective conferences with a win in this game.

Mavericks vs Bulls Game Day Info

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Dallas Mavericks vs. Chicago Bulls
  • Venue: United Center
  • Date: Saturday, January 10, 2026
  • Betting Odds: Bulls -3.0 (-108), Mavericks +3.0 (-114), Bulls MoneyLine -149, Mavericks MoneyLine +125, Over/Under 231.5

Dallas Mavericks Team Preview

The Dallas Mavericks are preparing for their next game with several key players sidelined. Anthony Davis will be out for at least six weeks due to a hand injury. Other players like Kyrie Irving and P.J. Washington are also unavailable, which impacts the team’s depth and performance.

In their recent games, the Mavericks have shown mixed results. They secured a win against the Sacramento Kings with a score of 100-98. However, they faced a close loss against the Utah Jazz, falling short by just two points, 116-114.

Cooper Flagg and Max Christie have stepped up in the absence of other key players. Flagg is averaging 19.1 points and 6.6 rebounds per game. Christie has contributed with 12.4 points per game and a field goal percentage of 48.4%, providing crucial support to the team’s offense.

Chicago Bulls Team Preview

The Chicago Bulls are looking to bounce back after a few tough losses. In their last game against the Detroit Pistons, they scored 93 points. Ayo Dosunmu led with 24 points, but the team struggled overall, shooting 42.5% from the field.

Nikola Vučević has been a consistent performer for the Bulls. He is averaging 16.5 points and 9.2 rebounds per game this season. Vučević also contributed significantly in recent games, including 28 points against the Charlotte Hornets.

The Bulls face challenges with injuries affecting their roster. Key players like Josh Giddey and Zach Collins are currently out. Kevin Huerter and Jalen Smith are questionable, which could impact the team’s performance in upcoming games.

BTB Betting Pick

The Bulls are favored by 3 points against the Mavericks. With the Bulls scoring 117.1 points per game and the Mavericks allowing 116.9, the Bulls are likely to cover the spread. The Bulls’ offense ranks higher, and their home advantage supports this pick. Take the Bulls -3.0.

The total for the game is set at 231.5 points. The Bulls allow 121.2 points per game, while the Mavericks score 113.1. This suggests a high-scoring game, so the over is a good choice. The combined offensive stats point to the total going over 231.5.